Canadian journal of anaesthesia = Journal canadien d'anesthésie
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Can J Anaesth
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Observational Study
Assessing the accuracy of algorithm-derived cardiorespiratory fitness in surgical patients: a prospective cohort study.
To determine if a non-exercise algorithm-derived assessment of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRFA) accurately predicted estimated values obtained using a six-minute walk test (CRF6MWD) and the Duke Activity Status Index (CRFDASI). ⋯ A non-exercise algorithm can estimate cardiorespiratory fitness in patients presenting for elective surgery. The variables required to compute CRFA can be obtained in a clinic setting without the need to engage in formal exercise testing. Further evaluation of CRFA as a predictor of long-term outcome in patients is warranted.